by Timi | Feb 28, 2024 | Accessible Documents, Accessible Retail, AODA Compliance, AODA Standards, Customer Service, Information & Communications
In today’s dynamic and interconnected world, businesses are awakening to the realization that inclusive marketing is not merely a strategic choice but an imperative. As our societies become more diverse and globalized, organizations are recognizing the... 
by Timi | Aug 15, 2023 | Accessible Buildings, Accessible Employment, AODA Compliance, AODA Standards, AODA Training, Employing People with Disabilities, Employment
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the journey towards true diversity and inclusion has taken center stage across industries and organizations. One vital aspect of this journey is disability inclusion – a commitment to ensuring that every individual,... 
by Timi | Jan 22, 2023 | Accessible Employment, AODA Compliance, Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities
I’ll start with the good news: Many organizations are employing a greater number of persons with disabilities than ever before. Many have committed to a deeper understanding of what inclusion means for persons with disabilities, subgroups therein (such as persons with... 
by Timi | Dec 3, 2022 | Accessible Employment, Accessible Entrances, Accommodations, AODA Compliance, Employing People with Disabilities, Employment
As the pandemic lingers, Canadian employers are experiencing a human resources crunch, now commonly referred to as “The Great Resignation” or more aptly, “The Great Restructuring.” Adequate staffing and training are a significant challenge for many employers. But this... 
by Timi | Nov 4, 2022 | Accessible Employment, Accommodations, AODA Compliance, AODA Standards, Employing People with Disabilities, Funding Announcements, Government Publications
EnAbling Change Program now accepting funding applications for 2022-23 Toronto – The Ontario government is building stronger and more accessible communities by investing up to $1.5 million in the 2022-23 EnAbling Change Program. The program provides grants to... 
by Timi | Sep 21, 2022 | Accessible Entrances, AODA Compliance, AODA Standards, AODA Training, Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Customer Service, Disability Statistics, Invisible Disabilities, Physical Disabilities, Service Animals
The function of a service animal is no different than a cane or a wheelchair — while there is often a deep bond with their handler, they are there to assist with challenges that the handler faces. “Service dogs should be treated no differently than you would treat a...